RR Auction Quality Autograph Auction 387

Manuscript DS, signed “James K. Polk” as president and “James Buchanan” as secretary of state, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 10 x 14.75, May 7,

ALS signed “Dutch,” one page, 6.25 x 4.25, personal letterhead, July 27. Letter to his longtime friend Lydia ‘Hup’ MacArthur, In full: “How nice it wa

Pre-printed Christmas card sent as governor of California to his longtime friend Lydia “Hup” MacArthur, 6.25 x 4.5. Reagan pens a short note in the up

Color satin-finish 10.5 x 14 photo of Reagan standing in the Oval Office, signed and inscribed in the lower border in black felt tip as president, “To

Color satin-finish 7.5 x 9.5 head-and-shoulders photo, signed and inscribed in the lower border in black felt tip “Dear Liam—I share your hope for pea

Vintage ink signature, “Ronald Reagan,” on a light pink 6.75 x 4.75 album page. In fine condition.

Color satin-finish 10 x 8 White House photo of Reagan standing in front of a marching band, signed and inscribed in the lower border in black felt tip

Program from the Golden West Round Up, hosted by the South Gate Young Republicans on May 24, 1966, 5.5 x 8.5, signed on the front cover in blue ballpo

Color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Reagan standing in the Oval Office, signed and inscribed in the lower border in black felt tip “To Joe Batyko—With

Black ink signature, “Ronald Reagan,” on Reagan’s personal off-white 4 x 3 “Post-It” sheet with printed presidential seal. Following his presidency, R

Vintage matte-finish 8 x 9.75 John Engstead photo, signed and inscribed in blue ink “To Minna—with our good wishhes and warm regards—Nancy &,” a...

Commemorative booklet, 8.5 x 6, for the christening of the ship America, on August 31, 1939, in Newport News, Virginia. Inside bears a color portrait

Roosevelt’s rare yellow AFTRA union P&W benefits card, one page, both sides, 6 x 4, dated November 2, 1960. Pension and Welfare benefit card is ...

Vintage matte-finish 10 x 13.25 Hessler/Henderson photo of Roosevelt at his desk, signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen “For Arthur

Menu from the 1936 Jackson Day Dinner, 6 x 9, held at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington on January 8, 1936, and bearing an embossed profile portrait o

Seven-piece archive pertaining to the government’s Eyes for the Navy campaign. The centerpiece of the archive is a one-page TLS, signed “Franklin D. R

War-dated TLS as president, one page, 7 x 9, White House letterhead, August 19, 1944. Letter of thanks for a sent gift. In full: “It was extremely tho

ANS as president signed “FDR,” on a 4.25 x 2.75 White House card, no date. Roosevelt writes a brief note to Grace Tully. In full: “For Grace, with lov

TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, November 6, 1930. Letter to addressed to Darwin P. Kingsley, president of the New York Life Insurance

Impressive photographic print by George Rockwood, 8 x 10, signed in ink in the lower border, as president, “Theodore Roosevelt.” Notation on reverse i

Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 17.5 x 14, December 26, 1903. President Roosevelt appoints Alfred Rawson McGonegal to a “Second Lieutenant C

Personal check, 8.25 x 2.75, filled out in another hand and signed by Roosevelt, as president, payable to T. H. Netherland for $42.55, February 23, 19

TLS signed “Wm. H. Taft,” one page, 7 x 9.25, personal letterhead, April 17, 1917. Taft writes to Frank Woodward, in part: “I have your kind invitatio

Crisp ink signature, “Wm. H. Taft,” on an off-white 3.5 x 1.25 card. In very good condition, with mounting remnants on the reverse and a moderate area

Ink signature, “Z. Taylor, Maj. Genl, U.S. Army,” on an off-white 2.75 x 1 clipped slip. Show-through from writing on reverse, and scattered toning, o

Striking matte-finish 9.5 x 13.5 1908 Harris & Ewing photo, signed in ink beneath the image, “Sincerely yours, Wm. H. Taft.” Presented in its or...

Color satin-finish 11 x 7 full-length photo of the Fords, Reagans, Nixons, and Bushes posing together outdoors, signed in blue or black felt tip by Ge

FDC with a cachet honoring the National Capitol Sesquicentennial, signed in black ink by Harry Truman and in black felt tip by Bess Truman. In fine co

Vintage matte-finish 7.25 x 9.25 photo of the Trumans waving from the steps of an airplane, bearing the calligraphic notation “Christmas 1946,” signed

TQS, signed as president, one page, 8 x 9, White House letterhead. Headed at the top, “From the Address of the President, at the Testimonial Dinner Ho

Vintage glossy 3.5 x 4.5 photo of Truman shaking hands with Irish tenor Phil Regan, matted to an overall size of 5.5 x 6.75, signed and inscribed in b

Printed political cartoon, 8.25 x 7.5, originally done by Burris Jenkins in honor of Truman’s 75th birthday, signed and inscribed at the bottom, “Best

Personal check, 6.25 x 2.75, filled out in type and signed by Truman, payable to Jules K. Sindic for $1.00, March 17, 1953. In fine condition, with a

Color 9.5 x 13.5 magazine photo of Truman in his Masonic regalia, signed in the lower border in black ink, “Fraternal greetings, Harry S. Truman.” Mat

Vintage ink signature, “Good luck, Harry S. Truman 8/1/55,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. In fine condition.

Half-title page to Mr. Citizen, signed in black ink, “Harry S. Truman.” Matted and framed along with a photo of Truman and the Shah of Iran riding in

Color glossy 6 x 4.25 Polaroid photo of an elderly Truman seated next to his former Secretary of the Treasury John Snyder, and housed in its original

ALS signed “Harry,” one page, 8.5 x 11, Grand Lodge of Missouri letterhead, November 27, 1940. Letter to John W. Snyder reads, in full: “Just had a te

Vintage glossy 3.5 x 5.5 photo, signed and inscribed in black ink “To Karen Fendrick from Harry S. Truman.” In fine condition, with a bit of light fin

TLS as president, one page, 8 x 10.25, White House letterhead, May 4, 1948. Letter to Secretary of the Treasury John W. Snyder. In full: “It has been

Ink signature, as president, “M. Van Buren,” on an off-white slip clipped from a larger document, also signed by Secretary of State John Forsyth. Doub

ALS signed “Thomas Green Davidson,” four pages, 7.75 x 9.75, February 25, 1832. Letter to F. P. Blair editor of The Globe in Washington, regarding the

ALS signed “M. Van Buren,” one page both sides, 5 x 7.75, July 11, 1838. Letter of introduction to Mr. Poinsett. In full: “The bearer of this Mr. Luce

Two segments of written words in Washington’s hand, “six pounds currency,” on a 4.75 x 2.5 slip clipped from a larger partially-printed document; and

Vintage matte-finish 9.25 x 12 photo by David B. Edmonston, Washington, D.C., signed in the lower border in fountain pen, “Sincerely yours, Woodrow Wi

Revolutionary War-dated LS signed “Go: Washington,” one page, 8 x 13, March 1, 1777. Letter, written in the hand of George Johnston, to Colonel George

Three-piece archive relating together the death of Wilson’s first wife Ellen and his marriage to Edith, culminating with a letter written by Edith jus

Ink signature, “Woodrow Wilson,” on an off-white 3 x .75 slip, clipped from a check. In fine condition, with a vertical fold through a single letter o

Vintage matte-finish 9.5 x 12.5 photo of Wilson going over a document with his private secretary Joseph P. Tumulty, by Edmonston of Washington, D. C.,

Partly-printed DS, in Latin, one page, 16 x 13, June 1906. Untranslated document in which Wilson, as president of Princeton, confers a Bachelor of Art

Partly-printed DS, signed “Henry Wells,” “John Butterfield,” “Wm. S. Fargo,” “Johnston Livingston,” and “Ja. C. Fargo,” three pages on two adjoining s

Glossy 8 x 10 close-up photo of Abernathy speaking, signed in red felt tip, “Best wishes, Ralph Abernathy 3/23/71.” Scattered creases and surface mark

American social reformer (1860–1935) who shared the 1931 Nobel Peace Prize. Vintage 3.25 x 5.5 postcard photo, signed vertically in fountain pen. In f

ALS, one page, 5 x 8, Ames Building letterhead, December 7, 1893. “I am usually in my office about 10 o’clock—& then out in till probably 3pm—Yo...

President of Union Pacific Railroad, the 35th governor of Massachusetts, and a congressman impeached in the Credit Mobilier scandal. ALS, one page, 5

Norwegian explorer (1872–1928) who navigated the Northwest Passage, fixed the position of the North Magnetic Pole, and was the first to reach the Sout

Appointed KGB chief in 1967, he became a full member of the Politburo in 1973. His firm handling of dissident movements enhanced his reputation, enabl

Patriarch of the fabled Astor family (1763–1848) of American businessmen, who, through lucrative dealings in fur, real estate, and opium, became the f

Twice-signed manuscript DS, in Spanish, signed “Estevan F. Austin,” and “Austin,” one page both sides, 7.75 x 12.25, October 28, 1824. A bill of sale

Manuscript DS, signed “John Jacob Astor and Wm. B. Astor,” one page, 7.5 x 12.75, April 14, 1830. Legal financial document on the case of John Jacob A

British military officer and founder of the world scouting movement (1857–1941). TLS signed “Baden-Powell,” one page, 8 x 10, Boy Scouts Association l

Hardcover autograph album, 8.5 x 11, from the Funkturm Restaurant in Germany, bearing several hundred signatures collected from 1950–1977, with most p

Marshal of France and Duke of Castiglione (1757–1816). ALS in French, signed “Augereau,” one page both sides, 8.25 x 10.25, no date. Untranslated corr

American showman (1847–1906) best known as a partner in Barnum and Bailey’s circus. ALS, in pencil, signed “J. A. Bailey,” one page, 7.75 x 12.25, Sep

South African surgeon (1922–2001) who, in 1967, performed the first human-to-human heart transplant. Two items: TLS, one page, 7.75 x 11, University o

Handwritten circus pass, signed “P. T. Barnum,” on a 3.75 x 2.25 light brown card. Barnum writes: “Big Show 1886. Give good reserved seats for two &...

Italian cardinal and diplomat (1625–1697). He was beatified by Pope Clement XIV in July of 1771, and canonized by Pope John XXIII on May 26, 1960. LS

English explorer (1764–1848). Cape Barrow, Point Barrow and Barrow Strait are named for him. LS signed “Jn Barrow,” one page, 7.75 x 12.5, October 14

Teacher and humanitarian (1821–1912) best known for organizing the relief organization the American Red Cross. ALS signed “C,” one page both sides, 5.

Leader of Cuba (1901–1973) who was in office from 1940 to 1944 and from 1952 to 1959, at which time he was overthrown by Fidel Castro. DS, in Spanish,

Official Rawlings Major League baseball signed in black felt tip on the sweet spot. In fine condition.

Influential German statesman (1815–1898), known as the ‘Iron Chancellor,’ who served as the first Chancellor of the German Empire from 1871–1890. Scar

German politician and diplomat (1897–1975), grandson of the famous Otto von Bismarck, and the Prince of Bismarck from 1904 to his death. Bismarck’s ra

Two hardcover books: John Major: The Autobiography, signed in black felt tip on a bookplate affixed to the half-title page; and A Journey, signed in b

Dutch botanist, humanist, and physician (1668–1738). He is regarded as the founder of clinical teaching and of the modern academic hospital. Third per

Legendary American pioneer and soldier (1796–1836) who played a prominent role in the Texas Revolution and perished at the Battle of the Alamo. Rare m

Mobster (1905–2002) who became boss of one of the most prominent crime families in the world. Personal check, 6 x 2.75, partiallty filled out and sign

Leader of the Soviet Union (1906–1982) from 1964 until his death. DS, in Russian, one page, 7.75 x 11.5, June 20, 1946. Document regarding a promotion

American politician (1860–1925), three-time presidential candidate, secretary of state under Woodrow Wilson, and one of the attorneys in the 1925 Scop

Chang and Eng were born in Siam (now Thailand) in 1811 and connected by a short band of flesh in the chest area and barely escaped death by execution

Eminent American horticulturist and researcher (1849–1926) credited with developing hundreds of plant varieties and hybrids, including the spineless c

Famed American naturalist (1837–1921) best known for his writings on nature and travel. Vintage matte-finish 9.25 x 7.25 photo of Burroughs talking to

Endorsement signed “A. Burr,” after a statement written in another hand which reads, “I have examined this a/c approve of the same & allow it. A...

Former Supreme Court Justice and Confederate Assistant Secretary of War. War-dated manuscript DS, signed “J. A. Campbell,” one page, 6.75 x 5.25, Marc

Scarce ALS, one page, 5.25 x 8.25, personal letterhead, April 9, 1903. Short letter to Mr. Squires. In full: “Please charge my a/c with dues of my nep

TLS, one page, 8 x 5.25, personal letterhead, November 14, 1890. Brief letter to R. U. Johnson at the Copyright League. In full: “Your note received.

TLS signed “G. W. Carver,” one page, 8.5 x 11, Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute letterhead, August 14, 1936. Letter to Floyd Anderson. In full

Politician (1808–1873) who served as secretary of the treasury for the first three years of Abraham Lincoln's term, after which Lincoln appointe...

French radical politician (1885–1963) and three-time Prime Minister. Three letters, all signed “C. Chautemps,” an ALS, in French, one page both sides,

Automotive mogul (1875–1940) who founded the Chrysler Corporation. Fountain pen signature, “W. P. Chrysler,” on a light blue 6 x 4 pre-printed autogra

LS in French, signed “Chesterfield,” one page, 7 x 9.25, November 28, 1747. Letter to an unidentified gentleman confirming that the Admiralty has info

TLS signed “Yours sincerely, Winston S. Churchill,” one page, .57 x 9.5, Prime Minister, 10 Downing Street letterhead, September 27, 1954. Letter of t

Typed statement, signed “Winston S. Churchill,” one page, 7.25 x 9.5, dated February 1957. From La Pausa, Roquebrune, Churchill issues a statement. In

Visitors Register for the Whitney Institute, 7.75 x 9.75, 46 pages, containing approximately 1000 guest signatures from 1901-1920, most of which are a

Original handwritten menu, done in an unknown hand, for a private lunch held on July 6, 1956, to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the opening of the

Unsigned hand-notated typescript, three pages, 7.5 x 9.5, May 10, 1944. An original transcript of Churchill’s answer to a Parliamentary question by Co

TLS signed “Yours sincerely, Winston S. Churchill,” one page, 4.5 x 7.5, Prime Minister, 10 Downing Street letterhead, December 3, 1951. Letter of tha

LS signed “H. Clay,” one page, 8 x 4, April 6, 1848. Brief letter to W. C. Carpenter. In full: “I have received your letter requesting my autograph, w

ANS signed “H. Clay, S. Chamber,” one page, 5.5 x 3.5, June 7, 1836. Clay inscribes the autograph book of Miss Josephine Mitchell. In full: “I comply

Third-person ALS, one page, 8 x 10, July 4, 1841. Letter reads, in full: “H. Clays respects to Miss Maury, with his thanks for the testimony she has c